In this tech podcast, Kassi Burns, an attorney and co-founder of All Your Data, welcomes Kara Peterson, Co-Founder of Descrybe.AI, to talk about AI and access to justice. Kara discusses her company's alternative legal research engine and its mission to improve access to justice. She emphasizes the importance of AI for good in the legal tech industry and the need for deliberate efforts to ensure fairness and inclusivity. Kara also highlights the challenges and opportunities in legal tech, including the impact on work stress and mental health. She shares upcoming features and experiments with law from other countries, showcasing the unique offerings and disruption of Descrybe.ai in the legal tech space.

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Episode Links:

• Kara's LinkedIn Account: Kara Peterson | LinkedIn
• Descrybe.AI Website: descrybe - groundbreaking generative AI legal search engine
• Kassi's LinkedIn Account: Kassi Burns | LinkedIn
• Kassi's Website: Kassi Burns – illuminating all your data

In this tech podcast, Kassi Burns, an attorney and co-founder of All Your Data, welcomes Deana Burke, Co-Founder of Boys Club, to talk about emerging technologies, web3, and her vision for a new internet. Boys Club, a social community focused on encouraging more women to learn about web3 and emerging tech, has grown over the years to include IRL events, a zine, multiple podcast series, with its anchor based in the private Discord server for its members.

Key Episode Takeaways:

• Boys Club is a community that provides a safe space for learning and encourages curiosity and optimism about emerging technologies.
• Managing a large community on Discord can be challenging, but creating a frictionless experience and fostering a sense of community is essential.
• The Brand New Summit, taking place during SXSW in Austin, aims to bridge the gap between crypto and traditional brands, showcasing the value of Web3 and the new consumer internet.
• NFC chips and indie communities are among Deana's favorite emerging technologies.

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Episode Links:

• Deana's LinkedIn Account: Deana Burke | LinkedIn
• Boys Club Website: boysclub.vip
• Kassi's LinkedIn Account: Kassi Burns | LinkedIn
• Kassi's Website: Kassi Burns – illuminating all your data

In this tech podcast, Kassi Burns, an attorney and co-founder of All Your Data, welcomes Alan Wilemon, Director of INQ Consulting, to talk about AI and the impact of generative AI and AI regulations bring to data privacy issues.

Kassi and Alan discuss the intersection of privacy and emerging technologies, particularly AI, including the impact of AI on communication (and the role of memes), and the challenges of incorporating chat messages into discovery and privacy practices. They also explore the rise of AI and its impact on privacy, as well as the role of privacy professionals in AI governance. The conversation highlights the concepts of anonymization and pseudonymization in AI compliance and the potential for AI tools to enhance privacy and data protection. They touch on the EU AI Act and draw parallels to the rollout of GDPR. The episode concludes with a call for optimism and collaboration in navigating the privacy implications of emerging tech.

Key Episode Takeaways:

• AI has a significant impact on communication, including the use of memes, and it is important to consider the role of humor and levity in serious topics like privacy.
• The rise of AI has brought privacy concerns to the forefront, as AI tools often process personal information and can lead to real-time harm if used improperly.
• Privacy professionals are well-suited to address the governance and compliance challenges posed by AI, as they have experience in managing data protection and information governance.
• Anonymization and pseudonymization are important techniques in AI compliance, allowing for the protection of personal data while still enabling the use of AI tools.
• AI can be leveraged to enhance privacy and data protection, such as automating data subject requests and adding noise or masking information in online tracking technologies.
• The EU AI Act, similar to GDPR, focuses on evaluating and mitigating risks associated with AI, and it is important to strike a balance between regulation and innovation.
• Collaboration and a partnership mindset are crucial in addressing the privacy implications of emerging technologies, allowing for responsible and accountable use of AI tools.

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Episode Links:

• Alan's LinkedIn Account: Alan Wilemon | LinkedIn
• Alan's Website: INQ Consulting
• Kassi's LinkedIn Account: Kassi Burns | LinkedIn
• Kassi's Website: Kassi Burns – illuminating all your data

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In this tech podcast, Kassi Burns, an attorney and co-founder of All Your Data, welcomes Jon Rowe, CEO and President of Pinpoint Labs, to talk about their exploration of the metaverse and their forensic analysis of VR artifacts. They discuss the challenges of authenticating VR users and tracking user activity in VR portals. Jon also shares his findings on detecting generative AI content and identifying AI-generated images. They explore the potential applications and limitations of generative AI detection, particularly in the context of copyright and legal agreements.

The conversation highlights the future integration and impact of generative AI in various industries. Jon Rowe and Kassi Burns discuss various topics related to AI and eDiscovery. They start by testing different engines for image recognition and detection. They then explore the presence of metadata in images and the need to strip it out for accurate analysis. The conversation shifts to emerging tech and pain points in the legal space, followed by a discussion on tackling non-text data sources in eDiscovery. They also highlight the importance of multimodal data and the role of technology in summarizing large quantities of information. Finally, they touch upon the challenges of mobile data review and the potential for summary tools in this area.

Key Episode Takeaways:

• Forensic analysis of VR artifacts can provide valuable insights into user activity and interactions in virtual environments.
• Detecting generative AI content and identifying AI-generated images can be challenging but is crucial in various contexts, such as copyright and legal agreements.
• Combining generative AI detection with plagiarism scans can help identify the sources and authenticity of content.
• The integration of generative AI in various industries will continue to evolve, raising legal and ethical implications that need to be addressed. Testing different engines is crucial for accurate image recognition and detection.
• Metadata in images can provide valuable information and needs to be considered in analysis.
• Emerging tech and pain points in the legal space, such as M365 data gaps, require attention.
• Tackling non-text data sources in eDiscovery requires a shift in perspective and creative approaches.
• Multimodal data, including images and videos, is becoming increasingly important in eDiscovery.
• Technology can provide concise summaries of large quantities of information from various data sources.
• Mobile data review is a complex and expensive process, and summary tools can help streamline it.

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Episode Links:

• Jon's LinkedIn Account: Jon Rowe | LinkedIn
• Pinpoint Labs' Website: Home - eDiscovery Software | eDiscovery Collection Software | Pinpoint Labs
• Kassi's LinkedIn Account: Kassi Burns | LinkedIn
• Kassi's Website: Kassi Burns – illuminating all your data

In this tech podcast, Kassi Burns, an attorney and co-founder of All Your Data, welcomes back Maribel Rivera, founder of Maribel Rivera Marketing and Event Services. Maribel plays a key role in the eDiscovery world, working closely with ACEDS, Women in eDiscovery, and UF Law Ediscovery Project. Kassi & Maribel discuss the reports of misconduct at Legal Week and other industry events and the actions being taken to address the issue. They emphasize the need for accountability and the importance of creating a safe and inclusive environment in the legal tech industry. They also highlight the role of AI in promoting better human behavior and the need for leaders to prioritize the well-being of their people. The conversation concludes with a call to continue the conversation and work towards meaningful progress.

Key Episode Takeaways:

• Reports of misconduct at industry events like Legal Week highlight the need for accountability and a safe and inclusive environment in the legal tech industry.
• Leaders in the industry should prioritize the well-being of their people and take action to address and prevent misconduct.
• AI can play a role in promoting better human behavior by teaching ethical behavior and addressing biases.
• There are alternative networking opportunities that do not involve late-night parties, and individuals should feel empowered to prioritize their safety and well-being.

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Episode Links:

• Maribel's LinkedIn Account: Maribel Rivera | LinkedIn
• Maribel's Article: The Scandal Cycle: Why We Can't Let Important Conversations Fade Away | LinkedIn
• Previous Kassi & episode with Maribel: https://rss.com/podcasts/kassiand/1061093/
• Kassi's LinkedIn Account: Kassi Burns | LinkedIn
• Kassi's Website: Kassi Burns – illuminating all your data

In this tech podcast, Kassi Burns, an attorney and co-founder of All Your Data, talks with Nick James, CEO of WhitegloveAI, an AI focused consulting company. Kassi talks with Nick about his background, the emerging tech market in Dallas-Fort Worth, and the focus on AI in consulting. They discuss the cybersecurity risks in AI and the importance of policies and technical controls. They also explore the concepts of multimodal AI and spatial computing, as well as the potential impact of augmented reality. Nick shares advice for those who have been laid off and encourages them to explore the opportunities in AI and get involved in their local tech communities.

Kassi also attempts to impress Jakob with her limited knowledge of the Danish language.

Takeaways

• The emerging tech market in Dallas-Fort Worth is gaining momentum, with a focus on AI, blockchain, and other emerging technologies.
• When adopting AI, businesses need to take a risk-based approach and consider cybersecurity risks and the need for policies and technical controls.
• Multimodal AI, which combines text, images, audio, and video, is becoming more powerful and can be used in various industries.
• Spatial computing, including augmented reality, is expected to have a significant impact, enabling a hybrid reality where virtual objects are injected into the physical space.
• Those who have been laid off can explore the opportunities in AI and get involved in their local tech communities to learn and showcase their skills.

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Episode Links:

• Nick's LinkedIn Account: Nick James | LinkedIn
• Nick's Website: WhitegloveAI - Home
• Kassi's LinkedIn Account: Kassi Burns | LinkedIn
• Kassi's Website: Kassi Burns – illuminating all your data

In this tech podcast, Kassi Burns, an attorney and co-founder of All Your Data, talks with Jakob Plesner Mathiasen, Managing Counsel of Gorrissen Federspiel, based in Copenhagen, Denmark. Jakob specializes in IP law, and Media and Entertainment law, with a keen interest in technological advancements, particularly in areas such as the Metaverse and Extended Reality (XR), and their implications for IP rights. Jakob also has a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), actively investigating the legal challenges and opportunities that come with this rapidly advancing technology.

Kassi and Jakob discuss the importance of metadata in copyright and music royalties, the legal issues surrounding AI, and the challenges and gray areas in copyright and AI. They also explore the potential of blockchain technology in tracking provenance and licensing legal content. Overall, they emphasize the need for attorneys to understand and keep up with these evolving technologies to effectively advise their clients.

Kassi also attempts to impress Jakob with her limited knowledge of the Danish language.

Takeaways

• Metadata plays a crucial role in copyright and music royalties, especially in the age of streaming platforms and vast amounts of data.
• The legal issues surrounding AI are complex and include questions about scraping and training data, memorization, and copyright protection for AI-generated outputs.
• Attorneys need to stay informed and understand the technical aspects of AI to effectively advise their clients and navigate the evolving legal landscape.
• Blockchain technology has the potential to complement AI in areas such as tracking provenance, licensing, and combating counterfeiting.

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Episode Links:

• Jakob's LinkedIn Account: Jakob Plesner Mathiasen | LinkedIn
• Jakob's website: Jakob Plesner Mathiasen - Gorrissen Federspiel
• Kassi's LinkedIn Account: Kassi Burns | LinkedIn
• Kassi's Website: Kassi Burns – illuminating all your data

In this tech podcast, Kassi Burns, an attorney and co-founder of All Your Data, talks with Jackie Schafer, Founder and CEO of Clearbrief (2023 Litigation Product of the Year, 2022 New Law Company of the Year, Legalweek). Clearbrief is a legal tech startup transforming the legal writing process and the justice system. Jackie started her legal career as a litigator in biglaw, then an Assistant Attorney General for Alaska and then Washington, before working in-house for non-profit organizations.

Kassi and Jackie discuss the adoption of AI in the legal profession. Jackie shares her background as a litigator and explains how her interest in AI led her to start ClearBrief. The tool, which is integrated into Microsoft Word, helps lawyers find and analyze evidence while writing, making it visible to everyone involved in the writing process. Jackie emphasizes the importance of buy-in from the entire team and highlights the security measures in place to protect confidential documents. She also addresses concerns about AI and encourages lawyers to embrace technology while staying true to their unique voice and creativity.

The two also agree on the importance of exploring creative pursuits in the legal profession. They emphasize the value of trying new things and experimenting with technology to enhance legal work. They also highlight the need for creativity in approaching legal challenges and how it can lead to significant legal changes. Overall, the conversation encourages lawyers to embrace their creative side and think outside the box.

Takeaways

• AI tools like Clearbrief can enhance legal writing by making evidence visible and improving workflows.
• Adoption of AI in the legal profession is increasing, but there is still a variation in familiarity and comfort levels among lawyers.
• AI can be used in business development, but it is important to maintain a human touch and consider the context and creativity required in legal arguments.
• Lawyers should be proactive in learning and using AI technologies to stay competitive and improve their practice.
• Balancing AI and human creativity is crucial to leverage the benefits of technology while maintaining the unique skills and perspectives of lawyers. Don't be afraid to test out new technologies and tools in your free time to enhance your legal work.
• Creativity is a valuable asset in the legal profession and can lead to significant legal changes.
• Embrace your creative side and think outside the box when approaching legal challenges.
• Exploring creative pursuits can bring fulfillment and enhance your overall well-being as a lawyer.

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Links for Elena Gurevich:

• Jackie's LinkedIn Account: Jacqueline Schafer | LinkedIn
• Clearbrief's website: Home | Clearbrief

Links for Kassi:

• Kassi's LinkedIn Account: Kassi Burns | LinkedIn
• Kassi's Website: Kassi Burns – illuminating all your data

In this tech podcast, Kassi Burns, an attorney and co-founder of All Your Data, talks with Elena Gurevich, IP Attorney and Owner of EG Legal Services. Elena is a multilingual lawyer with a background in intellectual property law, and a keen interest in data protection, AI, and blockchain technology. She's also recently started up a LinkedIn Live series called AI and Real Life: Not Your Usual Take

Kassi and Elena discuss various topics related to emerging technology and AI regulation. They emphasize the need for consistent definitions of AI and the importance of AI regulation in 2024. They also highlight the challenges of awareness and compliance with AI systems, as well as the issues of privacy and ethics in AI. The conversation touches on the future of NFTs and the integration and challenges of AI. Finally, they share their predictions for 2024 and conclude with a thank you.

Takeaways

• Consistent definitions of AI are crucial for effective regulation and understanding.
• AI regulation will be a significant focus in 2024, with the need for awareness and compliance.
• Privacy and ethics are important considerations in the development and use of AI.
• NFTs have potential use cases in the art world and beyond, but education is needed.
• The integration of AI presents challenges, but there is excitement for the future.

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Links for Elena Gurevich:

• Elena's LinkedIn Account: Elena Gurevich | LinkedIn
• Follow Her LinkedIn Live series: AI and Real Life: Not Your Usual Take

Links for Kassi:

• Kassi's LinkedIn Account: Kassi Burns | LinkedIn
• Kassi's Website: Kassi Burns – illuminating all your data

In this tech podcast, Kassi Burns, an attorney and co-founder of All Your Data, talks with Jerry Bui, Managing Director and Forensics Expert at FTI Consulting. Jerry is on the bleeding edge of forensics and emerging tech, even being asked by INTERPOL to be an advisor to their metaverse and deepfakes working groups. Kassi & Jerry are frequent collaborators and this is a mash up of their Bui & Burns Take 5 where they give their five predictions for emerging tech in 2024.

They cover topics such as augmented reality (AR), artificial general intelligence (AGI), solo-preneurship, misinformation created by generative AI, and GAI authentication. They believe that AR will become a prominent technology in 2024, with Apple's release of the Apple Vision Pro headset and the advancements made by Meta. They also discuss the potential for AGI to become more human-like and its impact on various industries. The rise of solo-preneurship is expected due to the availability of AI tools that can fulfill various business functions. The conversation also touches on the challenges posed by deepfakes and the need for GAI authentication to combat misinformation.

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Links for Jerry Bui:

• Jerry's LinkedIn Account: Jerry Bui | LinkedIn
• Sign Up for Jerry's Newsletter: Deepfakes of the Week (mailchi.mp)

Links for Kassi

• Kassi's LinkedIn Account: Kassi Burns | LinkedIn
• Kassi's Website: Kassi Burns – illuminating all your data